Below are links to resources available to providers, partners and the public to assist with preparing for any emergency.
The Agency distributes letters to regulated health care providers related to hurricane preparedness and planning for the 2021 season. These notices address modifying plans, if needed, related to COVID-19 risks for residents and others. Links to the 2021 preparedness notices are below:
2021 Preseason Letter, distributed May 7, 2021 [213KB, PDF]
Hurricane Preparedness and Planning Letter, distributed May 19, 2021 [175KB, PDF]
2021 Assisted Living Facility Generator Tips Poster, distributed May 5, 2021 [367KB, PDF]
2021 Nursing Home Generator Tips Poster, distributed May 5, 2021 [725KB, PDF]
2021 Generator Safety Postcard, distributed May 5, 2021 [988KB, PDF]
Many licensed health care facilities are required by statute or rule to have an approved comprehensive emergency management plan (CEMP). The plan must include:
Current CEMP Forms
Emergency Plan Regulations and Review
County Emergency Management Offices
DOH Instructions for Submitting CEMPs [PDF]
DOH instructions for submitting comprehensive emergency management plans (CEMPs) for home home health agency, home medical equipment, hospice and nurse registry providers.